Rising since 1997, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Ziv since 1985
Babies named Ziv per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 64 |
| 2010s | 103 |
| 2020s | 69 |
Meaning & origin
Ziv is a Hebrew name meaning 'brightness' or 'glow,' with biblical roots as the name of the second month. In the United States, Ziv first appeared on record in 1985 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 1997, peaking in 2017. Its current rank is 5,608, with about 1 in 106,755 boys given the name in 2025, reflecting its niche but growing appeal among parents seeking a short, meaningful name with a modern feel.
Ziv is a Hebrew name meaning 'brightness' or 'glow.' It is also the name of the second month of the Hebrew calendar (Iyar) in the Bible, referred to as 'the month of Ziv' (1 Kings 6:1). In modern Israel, Ziv has been used as a given name for boys since the early 20th century, gaining popularity particularly after the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Ziv
Sibling names for Ziv
Names that share Ziv's style, for a brother or sister.
